preproduction
preproduction Lexical Profile
preproduction Game Scores & Validity
• noun
The initial planning, budgeting, casting, and logistical preparation undertaken before a film, television show, or theatrical work enters principal photography or rehearsal.
"The director spent six months in preproduction scouting locations and finalizing the script with the writers."
The preliminary phase of product development, engineering, and tooling that takes place before full-scale commercial manufacturing begins.
"During preproduction, the factory identified a minor flaw in the circuit board layout and corrected it before mass assembly."
• adjective
Relating to, occurring in, or produced during the stage before full-scale manufacturing or principal filming.
"Engineers tested several preproduction models of the electric vehicle on closed tracks before approving the final design."